Defense Minister Benny Gantz commented on the helicopter crash off the coast of Haifa in which two Air Force pilots were killed.

"I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed in the helicopter accident and wish a complete recovery to the injured. I spoke with the Chief of Staff, and I promise that the IDF will investigate the incident and draw the necessary conclusions. I would like to thank the rescue forces who acted quickly and under difficult conditions to locate the crew," Gantz said.